All are Welcome in This Place!


Join us on Sunday, February 9th at 9:30am as St. Luke worshipers celebrate God's call to be affirming and welcoming to all of God's creation with a "Reconciling in Christ (RIC)" Sunday service themed "Resilient Community." Please bring a meaningful sample of water from your home.

Annual Meeting Elections


As part of the Annual Meeting held last Sunday, January 26, 2025, the following elections were held:

Congregation Officers - Fawn DeMello re-elected as President

Mark Larson elected as Vice President

Al Nordquist re-elected as Treasurer

Congregation Council - Pat Robbins (Evangelism)

                   John Perkins (Facilities)

                   Janis Vajdos (Fellowship)

2025 Nominating Committee - Mike Arnold

                         Bonnie Fear

                         Leigh Sammons

                         Helmut Steinnagel

                         Pam Suplicki

                         Felix Vajdos

Synod Assembly Delegates - Lisa McCabe

                        Jim Sammons

(Post Annual Meeting - Liese Zitzkat agreed to become Congregation Council Secretary)

Outreach Team Meeting 2/2


The Outreach Team will meet Feb. 2nd following worship.

The February Scroll


The February Scroll has arrived! Read it online or pick up a copy in the Narthex.

Faith Based Organizing Training


There will be a faith based organizing training  with Pr. Heidi and other community leaders at All Souls Unitarian Church in New London Feb. 2nd from 3pm-5pm to learn about facilitating a “house meeting” to share community concerns and build relationships.

Adult Forum


On February 9, join us after worship for an adult forum led by Mary Robinson. We will be reading and discussing the ELCA's declaration to American Indian and Alaska Native People. Those wanting a sneak peek can read the declaration ahead of time here.

The Chosen Season 4 Starting 2/16


Viewing of “The Chosen” season 4 will begin on Feb. 16th  in the fellowship hall following worship. The first episode is “Promises.”

Job Opportunity: Nursery Attendant


Nursery Attendant:

St. Luke is in need of a person(s) to cover the Nursery during Worship. The job responsibilities include: 

* provide a safe and loving environment while caring for the young children of families

* greet families and sign in children

* engage and oversee children as they play

* assist with toileting/diaper changing as necessary

* guide children in tidying up the Nursery at the end of Worship; wipe down tables with bleach wipes

* locate caregiver if a crying child is inconsolable

* work to maintain acceptable behavior for all children 

* over see volunteers who help weekly (Age 12+)


Requirements:

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, complete and maintain Safe Church training as well as CPR and First Aid Training for Infants and Children


Schedule and Compensation:

Sundays from 9:15 to 11:15 (2 hours).

Compensation is $20 per hour.

See Leigh Sammons for more information

Women's Group!


The Women’s group meets on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month in Classroom 2.

Drop-ins are always welcome!

An open invitation to female identifying people of all ages, to share their joys and concerns in a supportive environment where they find comfort and strength in Jesus and in one another.

Picnic in the Narthex every Wednesday!


Join St. Luke members for Picnic in the Narthex every Wednesday at 11:00 AM at St. Luke!

Pack a snack of your own liking. 

Ours is an expandable circle; so, come and join us and get to know your church friends better! Email Bob Erickson at eerickson22@gmail.com for more information and to confirm location.

Seniors Helping Seniors is Hiring!


Do you enjoy helping others? Would you like to earn a supplemental income assisting a local senior? Work 12 + hours per week


Available now: Local Senior Companion positions: Mystic – Groton – Ledyard. Weekend or eves availability a plus. Help seniors stay at home.


Call Seniors Helping Seniors ® today for more info.We’re looking for caring seniors who love to help others. Email: shsmystic@gmail.com.

RaiseRight Gift Cards

Place your order today to get RaiseRight (formerly Scrip) cards! You pay face value for the cards, but St. Luke receives a percentage of the amount of the card. It’s a win-win! Find Crystal Dame or Pat Robbins, or email churchoffice@stlukegf.org for more information.

Donate to St. Luke Online!


Did you know you can donate to St. Luke from the convenience of your own home?


Donating online allows you to choose where your funding goes - the current budget, altar flowers, the building fund, the Sanctuary renovations fund, the memorial fund, and more!


Click here to make a secure donation!

Communion Bread!

Tired of communion wafers? Sign up on the bulletin board to bring bread for communion!

Worship with us!

In-Person and Online!


SUNDAY

February 2nd, 2024

9:30 AM

 

Worship will be In-Person AND Live Streamed on our YouTube Channel.

If you are unable to make it, all recordings of the services are kept on the YouTube page for reference.


You can also find the link for live stream posted every Sunday on our

Facebook Page.

St. Luke on YouTube

Upcoming Events


Wed., January 29th


9:00am EmBellish

9:00am Grins & Giggles

11:00am Picnic in the Narthex

5:00pm Concert Handbell Choir

7:00pm JuBellation


Thu., January 30th


9:00am Grins & Giggles


Fri., January 31st


9:00am Grins & Giggles


Sat., February 1st


10:30am Women's Group


Sun., February 2nd


9:30am In-person Worship & Livestream worship

11:00am Annual Meeting

11:00am Joyful Noise

12:15pm Mid-Winter Mug Madness!


Mon., February 3rd


9:00am Grins & Giggles

5:00pm Glory Ringers


Tue., February 4th


9:00am Grins & Giggles

6:00pm Belles & Beau

7:00pm Senior Choir


Wed., February 5th



9:00am EmBellish

9:00am Grins & Giggles

11:00am Picnic in the Narthex

5:00pm Concert Handbell Choir

7:00pm JuBellation

Church Office

 

If you have a pastoral emergency, please contact:


1830 Route 12

Gales Ferry, CT 06335

Phone: 860-464-7897

Fax: 860-464-7742

Web: www.stlukegf.org

Email: parishadmin@stlukegf.org

Pastor Heidi:

pastorheidi@stlukegf.org

Emergency Phone Number:

860-617-9343



Office Hours:

M-Th 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM

F: Closed

Church Calendar



February Scroll

In Our Prayers


For healing:



Stephen

Leigh Sammons

Jim Sammons

Mike Wuesthoff

Phillip Riley

Michele Clements

Kate Beckett (niece of Pat Robbins)

Dina Ballestrini

Gina Donovan

Daniel Marrion

Claudia Sanchez (sister of Rut Sanchez)

Christopher Derjue

Jan Barrows (aunt of Elaine Lettiere)

Curt Frost

Tammy Nordquist

Chip Moran

Sabina Moran

Donna (friend of Leigh Sammons)

David Greenstein (Owsley’s son-in-law)

Jim West

Julia Side

Geoff (brother-in-law of Patricia Carroll-French)

Linda Wilkinson

Marie

Link

Stephanie Lucas


For those who are grieving:


The family and friends of

Glenn Rupert

Jim Holler


For active military:


Brady Moorehead (grandson of Pat & Marty Wood)

Henry Yanaway

Joshua Robeson

Christian Conrad

Adrian Estrella

Martin Wuesthoff

Andy Sammons

Derek Raymond

Patrick Wimmermark


For the homebound and their caregivers:


Lis & Jerry Schroeder

Kathy Dame

Terry Blair 

Richard Simpson (former member)

Fred Launer

Pauline Wanner

Bob Chernansky

Jenny Waller

Lynn Minichino


For those with other concerns:


Joy Elisabeth (daughter of Patricia Carroll-French)

Saditha

Sandy (friend of Patricia Carroll-French)

Paul Roman

Chikumbuso Project


(If you have changes to this list, additions or deletions, call or email the church office at 860-464-7897 or parishadmin@stlukegf.org. New additions are underlined and at the top of list in each category.)



Upcoming Scripture Readings



Sunday, February 2nd


Malachi 3:1-4

Psalm 84

Hebrews 2:14-18

Luke 2:22-40

Adult Christian Ed Opportunities

Working Preacher Sermon Brainwave Podcast:
 
D365 Daily online devotional 
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1830 Route 12
Gales Ferry, CT 06335-1123